Daytrip is a private car service platform that connects you with local drivers who will transport you door-to-door. We also give you the opportunity to explore sights/attractions along the way. We drive, you discover.
Daytrip offers private door-to-door transfers with optional sightseeing stops, hourly driver hire, and curated day trips β all with local English-speaking drivers and operating across 130+ countries.
For private trips, you can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before departure. For the Daytrip Pool shared shuttle, we offer 3 ticket options when booking: Non-refundable, Flexible with cancellations 24 hours before departure, and Super-flexible with cancellations up to 15 minutes before departure.
Yes! Book a private, door-to-door airport transfer with a local English-speaking driver. Enjoy fixed and transparent pricing, no hidden fees, and the option to pay in advance without the hassle of exchanging cash at a foreign airport.
You will receive the vehicle that best fits the number of travelers in your group, ranging from a sedan to a van for groups of up to 7. Depending where you travel, you can book anything from a sedan comparable to a Toyota Corolla to a Mercedes V-Class to a Classic Cuban Car. While the exact model may vary, we always ensure that the vehicle provided meets your needs in terms of safety, reliability, and comfort. You may be upgraded to a larger vehicle class free of charge depending on availability. Since our largest vehicle seats 7, for groups larger a combination of vehicles will be used. We will send you the exact vehicle details a few days before your trip.
Everywhere except the USA, drivers will supply appropriate child seats (just let us know during booking). In the USA, certain states require you to supply your own child seats.
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Kinabalu National Park is approximately 85 km (53 miles) from the city centre. The drive typically takes around 1.5 to 2 hours depending on traffic and road conditions, with the route climbing steadily through the Crocker Range foothills. A private transfer makes a significant difference here β the park's main entrance is not well-served by public buses, and having a driver who can drop you directly at the park gates and collect you at a time that suits your itinerary removes the logistical friction that deters many visitors.
Plan for a full day. The park itself is large, and even without attempting the summit trail, the lower trails through the montane forest β such as the Silau-Silau and Liwagu trails β take two to three hours to walk properly. Poring Hot Springs, located within the park complex roughly 40 km (25 miles) from the main gate, is worth combining into the same day if time allows. Factor in the drive, a proper stop at the park headquarters to take in the views of the summit, and lunch at one of the local spots near the entrance, and a departure from KK before 8 am gives you the most comfortable itinerary.
Yes, and it is one of the easiest natural excursions the city offers. The five islands of the marine park sit just 3 to 8 km (2 to 5 miles) offshore β close enough that the journey by boat takes under 30 minutes from the Jesselton Point ferry terminal. The park encompasses coral reefs, white sand beaches, and clear water well-suited to snorkelling and diving. A private transfer to and from the ferry terminal keeps the logistics simple, particularly for groups with dive equipment or families with young children navigating a busy harbour.
KK rewards those who slow down and explore it on its own terms. The Central Market is the city's cultural heart β a vivid, bustling space where Sabah's mix of ethnicities converges, fishermen sell the morning's catch, and local food stalls serve dishes rooted in Kadazan-Dusun, Bajau, and Malay tradition. The waterfront boardwalk offers a relaxed counterpoint, with views across the South China Sea. The Mari Mari Cultural Village, a short drive from the centre, brings together the living traditions of Sabah's indigenous communities in an engaging, hands-on setting. The city's colonial-era architecture and the iconic floating City Mosque round out a day that has nothing to do with national parks.
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So, so happy I stumbled upon this website to book two private transports while visiting Lima, Peru. They were both one-way trips approximately 3 hours in length. Great communication as soon as everything was booked via email and I then downloaded their app. I had a few issues with the app and the customer service was awesome trying to assist me in getting it corrected. Honestly impressive customer service which gave you a positive feeling that you made the right choice. Both drivers were right on time - No issues whatsoever! Can't say enough about the service and ease of everything when travelling so far away. Great job to the daytrip team! Would strongly recommend.
Kota Kinabalu is the most connected city in Borneo and sits within striking distance of some of Southeast Asia's most extraordinary natural landmarks. Mount Kinabalu β a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the highest peak between the Himalayas and New Guinea β rises roughly 85 km (53 miles) to the northeast. The islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park are visible just offshore. Kinabalu National Park, a biodiversity hotspot sheltering species found nowhere else on earth, is less than two hours away by road. Few cities in the region pack this density of world-class natural experiences within a single day's reach.
A few practical points are worth bearing in mind. The weather in Sabah is tropical and can shift quickly, especially at altitude β a light rain layer is useful year-round, and mornings generally offer the clearest conditions for mountain views. Kinabalu National Park requires advance permits for summit treks, which are booked separately and tend to fill up quickly, but the lower trails and park grounds do not require pre-booking. Roads in the interior are generally good but can be slow through market towns, so early starts pay off. Having a reliable private transfer arranged in advance β rather than relying on local taxis from the park β means your return journey is not left to chance at the end of a long day.
